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Julian Sayin

Julian Sayin is an American college football quarterback for the Ohio State Buckeyes.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated September 11, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Julian Sayin is an American college football quarterback for the Ohio State Buckeyes. A former five-star recruit from Carlsbad, California, he began his college career at Alabama before transferring to Ohio State in 2024. He played for Ohio State as a freshman in 2024 and remained on the roster afterward.

Early life and high school career

Sayin grew up in Carlsbad, California, and attended Carlsbad High School. As a senior, he passed for 2,369 yards and 24 touchdowns, and he was named Gatorade California Player of the Year.

Recruiting

Sayin was regarded as one of the top quarterbacks in the Class of 2024 and signed with Alabama as an early enrollee. Recruiting profiles identified him as a five-star prospect and one of the highest-ranked quarterbacks nationally.

College career

Sayin began his college career at Alabama, then transferred to Ohio State in 2024. He appeared in games for Ohio State during the 2024 season and continued his college career there.

Playing style

Scouting reports and recruiting coverage described Sayin as a talented passer with a quick release and strong accuracy. He was also listed as a dual-threat quarterback in recruiting profiles.

Key facts

  • Sayin was a five-star recruit and one of the top quarterbacks in the Class of 2024.
  • He originally enrolled at Alabama before transferring to Ohio State in 2024.
  • He played for Ohio State as a freshman in 2024.
  • He was named Gatorade California Player of the Year as a high school senior.
  • He is from Carlsbad, California.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Julian Sayin?
Julian Sayin is an American college football quarterback for Ohio State and a former Alabama signee.
Where is Julian Sayin from?
He is from Carlsbad, California.
What position does Julian Sayin play?
He plays quarterback.
Which college did Julian Sayin start at?
He began his college career at Alabama before transferring to Ohio State.
What high school did Julian Sayin attend?
He attended Carlsbad High School in California.
Was Julian Sayin a highly ranked recruit?
Yes. Recruiting services described him as a five-star recruit and one of the top quarterbacks in the 2024 class.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Julian_Sayin
    Supports: Birth date, position, Ohio State affiliation, and transfer from Alabama.
  2. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/college-sports/football/recruiting/player/_/id/250290/julian-sayin
    Supports: Recruiting profile, hometown, position, and Ohio State signing.
  3. Gatorade — https://playeroftheyear.gatorade.com/winner/julian-sayin/39958
    Supports: High school accomplishments, statistics, and Gatorade California Player of the Year award.
  4. 247Sports — https://247sports.com/player/julian-sayin-46102486/
    Supports: Recruiting ranking, high school statistics, and national prospect status.
  5. Sports Reference — https://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/players/julian-sayin-1.html
    Supports: College statistics and Ohio State game appearances.